CALENDAR OF EVENTS
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Scroll down to see what's happening soon!
Standard Meetings
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RESEARCH DAYS on hiatus-Covid19
The Chapter has and will sponsors monthly (except December) research days at three libraries in Los Angeles County when the libraries will reopen: Los Angeles FamilySearch Library in Los Angeles on the first Wednesday. •SCGS Library in Burbank on the third Tuesday. South Bay Family History Center in Torrance on the fourth Thursday except in November where it will be on the fifth Thursday 
Torrance Family History Center
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GENEALOGY GARAGE WORKSHOPS
The Chapter co-hosts the monthly Genealogy Garage workshop at the Richard Riordan Central Library in downtown Los Angeles on the morning of the third Saturday of the month (except December). 
GENERAL MEETINGS
The Chapter hosts a general meeting during the months of February, May, August, and December, unless otherwise announced. General meetings feature workshops or lectures, selected research materials, individual research opportunities, sharing of information, a family style no-host lunch, and sometimes an afternoon workshop. Due to Covid 19, will be presenting by Zoom or GoToMeeting. Individual assistance is available through our member volunteers as well as networking thru Zoom. When we are able to meet in person again we will have meetings from 10am-4pm at the SCGS Library in Burbank unless otherwise noted. 
Southern California Genealogical Society
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ANNUAL EVENTS
Every October the Chapter hosts an annual Viva la Familia celebration of our Hispanic heritage at a rotating historic site in Southern California.
Every December, join us for our annual Holiday Potluck and General meeting at our Burbank location.
We also participate in the annual Genealogical Jamboree sponsored by the Southern California Genealogical Society (SCGS), as well as other community events.
Check our Calendar of Events for specific information.
Every October the Chapter hosts an annual Viva la Familia celebration of our Hispanic heritage at a rotating historic site in Southern California.
Every December, join us for our annual Holiday Potluck and General meeting at our Burbank location.
We also participate in the annual Genealogical Jamboree sponsored by the Southern California Genealogical Society (SCGS), as well as other community events.
Check our Calendar of Events for specific information.
Special Events
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Please note that we like to help our neighbor advertise Southern California Genealogy Society virtual DNA Jamboree on Friday-Saturday June 4-5, 2021 and Genealogy on Friday-Saturday June 11-12, 2021.
These conferences have always been informative and helpful in teaching the genealogist the latest in DNA techniques in tracing to understanding DNA for a new beginner to pinpointing innovations in research.
The early bird discount is coming up soon and we are letting you know that you should take advantage before April 26, 2021.
SCGS has even offered a mid-week-long series of events, both educational and fun in between that everyone will find the unique showing of specials, prize drawings, virtual exhibitors, product questions and answers, round table research assistance and a social hour. for more information, please hit here.
These conferences have always been informative and helpful in teaching the genealogist the latest in DNA techniques in tracing to understanding DNA for a new beginner to pinpointing innovations in research.
The early bird discount is coming up soon and we are letting you know that you should take advantage before April 26, 2021.
SCGS has even offered a mid-week-long series of events, both educational and fun in between that everyone will find the unique showing of specials, prize drawings, virtual exhibitors, product questions and answers, round table research assistance and a social hour. for more information, please hit here.
Meetings
Saturday, May 1, 2021 11:00am
General Meeting and Zoom Presentation
General Public Invited • Non-members must RSVP by emailing gshasocal@gmail.com
The GPS is the recognized standard for ensuring accurate research. This standard is not just for professionals. It is for any family historian who wants to make sure that the facts you have collected and conclusions you have reached are correct. A case study will introduce you to the GPS and how to start applying it to your research.
General Meeting and Zoom Presentation
General Public Invited • Non-members must RSVP by emailing gshasocal@gmail.com
The GPS is the recognized standard for ensuring accurate research. This standard is not just for professionals. It is for any family historian who wants to make sure that the facts you have collected and conclusions you have reached are correct. A case study will introduce you to the GPS and how to start applying it to your research.
Online Workshops
Saturday, April 17, 2021 11:00am-12:30pm
Armenian Genealogy
Hi, genealogy fans!
This Saturday, we're going to have a Genealogy Garage like none other: Armenian genealogy! It's a subject I know nothing about, so I'm excited to hear what our two experts have to say about it--we're always learning in the world of genealogy, which is why it's so wonderful!
See the attached flier for the live Facebook and YouTube links you can click to take part this upcoming Saturday, 4/17, at 11 a.m PST. Or, go to our online calendar page to find the links: https://www.lapl.org/whats-on/events/genealogy-garage-armenian-genealogy
The event will be recorded, so you can watch it later if you have to miss it. Just go to the same links to see the recorded session.
Cheers,
Julie Huffman, Genealogy Librarian
Los Angeles Public Library
630 W. Fifth St., Los Angeles, CA 90071
213-228-7413
jhuffman@lapl.org
www.lapl.org
Flier
-Genealogy Garage is sponsored by GSHA-SC and SCGS
Armenian Genealogy
Hi, genealogy fans!
This Saturday, we're going to have a Genealogy Garage like none other: Armenian genealogy! It's a subject I know nothing about, so I'm excited to hear what our two experts have to say about it--we're always learning in the world of genealogy, which is why it's so wonderful!
See the attached flier for the live Facebook and YouTube links you can click to take part this upcoming Saturday, 4/17, at 11 a.m PST. Or, go to our online calendar page to find the links: https://www.lapl.org/whats-on/events/genealogy-garage-armenian-genealogy
The event will be recorded, so you can watch it later if you have to miss it. Just go to the same links to see the recorded session.
Cheers,
Julie Huffman, Genealogy Librarian
Los Angeles Public Library
630 W. Fifth St., Los Angeles, CA 90071
213-228-7413
jhuffman@lapl.org
www.lapl.org
Flier
-Genealogy Garage is sponsored by GSHA-SC and SCGS
Wednesday, April 21, 2021 6:30pm-8:00pm
Hispanic Research with John Schmal
Finding Your Roots in Mexico
This lecture will help people learn how to trace their roots in Mexico. Veteran genealogical, John Schmal, will sho attendees how to access the records of their Mexican ancestors online and give them pointers about how to use that information once you have located it. Using a 45-page PowerPoint, John will point out some of the potential problems that arise with Mexican research and how to navigate those problems to get the results you need.
Please RSVP and send you question ahead of time to gshasocal@gmail.com John will tried to assist in the research and point out the best method of researching. If your question does not get an answer that night John will try to assist you directly. Please note that the deadline for questions and to RSVP is 6:00 PM Tuesday, April 19th.
Please note a zoom link and passcode will be sent out Monday night to those who have RSVP. If you do not receive yours, by Tuesday morning, please check your SPAM or Junk folder, before asking another to be sent. John will have a list of URL’s for the best web sites to check.
Flier
Hispanic Research with John Schmal
Finding Your Roots in Mexico
This lecture will help people learn how to trace their roots in Mexico. Veteran genealogical, John Schmal, will sho attendees how to access the records of their Mexican ancestors online and give them pointers about how to use that information once you have located it. Using a 45-page PowerPoint, John will point out some of the potential problems that arise with Mexican research and how to navigate those problems to get the results you need.
Please RSVP and send you question ahead of time to gshasocal@gmail.com John will tried to assist in the research and point out the best method of researching. If your question does not get an answer that night John will try to assist you directly. Please note that the deadline for questions and to RSVP is 6:00 PM Tuesday, April 19th.
Please note a zoom link and passcode will be sent out Monday night to those who have RSVP. If you do not receive yours, by Tuesday morning, please check your SPAM or Junk folder, before asking another to be sent. John will have a list of URL’s for the best web sites to check.
Flier
Sunday, April 25, 2021 2:00pm-4:00pm
Writers' Workshop
Free for GSHA-SC Members
If you are not a member, please click on the "Membership" tab and sign-up.
Zoom(RSVP to kscordova@aol.com for the link)
You can write. You can write. You can write.
Your descendants will thank you.
Flier
Writers' Workshop
Free for GSHA-SC Members
If you are not a member, please click on the "Membership" tab and sign-up.
Zoom(RSVP to kscordova@aol.com for the link)
You can write. You can write. You can write.
Your descendants will thank you.
Flier